The end of the Cold War has undermined NATO’s raison d’être.But instead of disintegrating,NATO has survived and,moreover,reformed and expanded.An epitome of the swiftly changing international security landscape...The end of the Cold War has undermined NATO’s raison d’être.But instead of disintegrating,NATO has survived and,moreover,reformed and expanded.An epitome of the swiftly changing international security landscape,NATO’s development is the product of policy adjustment across the Atlantic and is constrained by conflicting interests both within and outside the organization.In the future,the extent to which NATO can exert its influence depends on its capacity to tackle new threats. Transforming NATO has posed a stern challenge to both the United States and Europe. Overall,NATO will still be regarded on both sides of the Atlantic as a pillar of their foreign policy,despite the important fact that the transatlantic alliance is on the decline.展开更多
Since the beginning of the 21st century,and in particular after the 2008 world financial crisis,relations between the great powers have been undergoing a profound transformation,and international patterns have changed...Since the beginning of the 21st century,and in particular after the 2008 world financial crisis,relations between the great powers have been undergoing a profound transformation,and international patterns have changed significantly. Although not as dramatic and unexpected as the disintegration of the former Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War,this dire financial crisis forebodes an irreversible trend of multipolarization in the world,and exerts a deep influence on world patterns. The straw in the wind is the changes in relations between the great powers.展开更多
"The German Ideology" should be canonized as the cornerstone of Marxist international studies. In essence, "The German Ideology" is the masterpiece illuminating the basic theories of international ..."The German Ideology" should be canonized as the cornerstone of Marxist international studies. In essence, "The German Ideology" is the masterpiece illuminating the basic theories of international studies at three levels—philosophically, historically and internationally.展开更多
Chairman Kim Jong-il's death has sparked worldwide interest in the future direction of the D.P.R.K. political, economic, social and diplomatic policies. After all, as the youngest national leader in the world,
At the January 2011 Hu-Obama Washington summit, an important -agreement was reached on building a cooperative partnership based onmutual respect and mutual benefit. During Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping＇ s Februar...At the January 2011 Hu-Obama Washington summit, an important -agreement was reached on building a cooperative partnership based onmutual respect and mutual benefit. During Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping＇ s February 2012 America visit, the proposed new type partnership was further defined as one unparalleled in history, yet acting as an inspiration for the other big powers.＇ Expanding on such a partnership, in his address at the opening session of the May 3, 2012 Fourth Round of the China-U.S. Strategic and Economic Dialogues （S＆ED） held in Beijing,2 President Hu Jintao went a step further by suggesting five points： creative thinking, mutual trust, a spirit of equality, mutual understanding, and active work and friendship-nurturing. In his speech written for the same occasion,展开更多
The Middle East has been a hot spot in international politics since the mid-20th century owing to its special geostrategic position and its abundant resources of oil and natural gas. These contributes have made it an ...The Middle East has been a hot spot in international politics since the mid-20th century owing to its special geostrategic position and its abundant resources of oil and natural gas. These contributes have made it an area of contention for any state with a global overview. During the Cold War,the sharp differences between two superpowers,the U.S. and the Soviet Union,could have brought the situation to the brink of a third world war. After the Cold War,the U.S. became the dominant power in the Middle East. The U.S. contained the recalcitrant regime of Saddam Hussein in Iraq and an Iran engaged in Islamic revolution. It also launched and propelled,though in vain,the Middle East peace process. After 9.11,under the banner of antiterrorism,the U.S waged a preemptive war against Iraq,overthrew the Saddam regime,and implemented in the Middle East a strategy of "democratic transformation". From that point,the Middle East entered an era of confusion.展开更多
International nuclear arms control regimes have changed and improved greatly since the end of the Cold War. These regimes are now being adjusted based on the concept of "a nuclear-free world",with China play...International nuclear arms control regimes have changed and improved greatly since the end of the Cold War. These regimes are now being adjusted based on the concept of "a nuclear-free world",with China playing a constructive role. Although these adjustments provide China with the opportunity to play a more influential part,they have also placed her under greater diplomatic pressure.展开更多
The authors analyze events in the Asia-Pacific region since the end of the Cold War and then draw three conclusions about the strategic balance of "one superpower,multiple major powers" in this region.First,...The authors analyze events in the Asia-Pacific region since the end of the Cold War and then draw three conclusions about the strategic balance of "one superpower,multiple major powers" in this region.First,compared with a stable superpower,the U.S.,current multiple powers—China,Japan,Russia,ASEAN,India and Australia — are more dynamic.Second,two kinds of forces maintain order—a combination of national strength and non-national strength.On one hand,there are four different models which could ensure Asia-Pacific order in the future:the U.S.model of hegemony,China's model of a harmonious Asia-Pacific region,ASEAN's model of regional cooperation,and the model of non-states actors.On the other hand,four different structures—security,production,finance and knowledge—are closely linked in this area.Third,globalization of the market economy brings dynamic and diverse development.The authors believe that China's "Harmonious Asia-Pacific" model is the best choice for the Asia-Pacific strategic pattern of "One superpower,multiple major powers."展开更多
Tremendous transformations are underway in the world political and economic landscape for the first time in modern history.In essence,this highlights the transition from the post-Cold War period to the era of globaliz...Tremendous transformations are underway in the world political and economic landscape for the first time in modern history.In essence,this highlights the transition from the post-Cold War period to the era of globalization,and from a unipolar to a multipolar world.展开更多
2012 is a year of elections throughout the world and in Northeast Asian countries in particular marks a year of shifts in leadership. Will the new leaders change previous policies towards the Korean Peninsula?How exte...2012 is a year of elections throughout the world and in Northeast Asian countries in particular marks a year of shifts in leadership. Will the new leaders change previous policies towards the Korean Peninsula?How extensive will these adjustments be and in what direction will they lead? Such questions point to major changes in 2012.展开更多
On March 6,2009,Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S.Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pressed together the"reset button"in Geneva,signifying that both sides wanted to thaw their bilateral ties si...On March 6,2009,Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S.Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pressed together the"reset button"in Geneva,signifying that both sides wanted to thaw their bilateral ties since it hit an all-time low over the Russia-Georgia conflict in August,2008.Although there were some positive signs in improving US-Russian ties,bilateral relations are hard to revive in the near future.展开更多
文摘The end of the Cold War has undermined NATO’s raison d’être.But instead of disintegrating,NATO has survived and,moreover,reformed and expanded.An epitome of the swiftly changing international security landscape,NATO’s development is the product of policy adjustment across the Atlantic and is constrained by conflicting interests both within and outside the organization.In the future,the extent to which NATO can exert its influence depends on its capacity to tackle new threats. Transforming NATO has posed a stern challenge to both the United States and Europe. Overall,NATO will still be regarded on both sides of the Atlantic as a pillar of their foreign policy,despite the important fact that the transatlantic alliance is on the decline.
文摘Since the beginning of the 21st century,and in particular after the 2008 world financial crisis,relations between the great powers have been undergoing a profound transformation,and international patterns have changed significantly. Although not as dramatic and unexpected as the disintegration of the former Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War,this dire financial crisis forebodes an irreversible trend of multipolarization in the world,and exerts a deep influence on world patterns. The straw in the wind is the changes in relations between the great powers.
文摘"The German Ideology" should be canonized as the cornerstone of Marxist international studies. In essence, "The German Ideology" is the masterpiece illuminating the basic theories of international studies at three levels—philosophically, historically and internationally.
文摘Chairman Kim Jong-il's death has sparked worldwide interest in the future direction of the D.P.R.K. political, economic, social and diplomatic policies. After all, as the youngest national leader in the world,
文摘At the January 2011 Hu-Obama Washington summit, an important -agreement was reached on building a cooperative partnership based onmutual respect and mutual benefit. During Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping＇ s February 2012 America visit, the proposed new type partnership was further defined as one unparalleled in history, yet acting as an inspiration for the other big powers.＇ Expanding on such a partnership, in his address at the opening session of the May 3, 2012 Fourth Round of the China-U.S. Strategic and Economic Dialogues （S＆ED） held in Beijing,2 President Hu Jintao went a step further by suggesting five points： creative thinking, mutual trust, a spirit of equality, mutual understanding, and active work and friendship-nurturing. In his speech written for the same occasion,
文摘The Middle East has been a hot spot in international politics since the mid-20th century owing to its special geostrategic position and its abundant resources of oil and natural gas. These contributes have made it an area of contention for any state with a global overview. During the Cold War,the sharp differences between two superpowers,the U.S. and the Soviet Union,could have brought the situation to the brink of a third world war. After the Cold War,the U.S. became the dominant power in the Middle East. The U.S. contained the recalcitrant regime of Saddam Hussein in Iraq and an Iran engaged in Islamic revolution. It also launched and propelled,though in vain,the Middle East peace process. After 9.11,under the banner of antiterrorism,the U.S waged a preemptive war against Iraq,overthrew the Saddam regime,and implemented in the Middle East a strategy of "democratic transformation". From that point,the Middle East entered an era of confusion.
文摘International nuclear arms control regimes have changed and improved greatly since the end of the Cold War. These regimes are now being adjusted based on the concept of "a nuclear-free world",with China playing a constructive role. Although these adjustments provide China with the opportunity to play a more influential part,they have also placed her under greater diplomatic pressure.
文摘The authors analyze events in the Asia-Pacific region since the end of the Cold War and then draw three conclusions about the strategic balance of "one superpower,multiple major powers" in this region.First,compared with a stable superpower,the U.S.,current multiple powers—China,Japan,Russia,ASEAN,India and Australia — are more dynamic.Second,two kinds of forces maintain order—a combination of national strength and non-national strength.On one hand,there are four different models which could ensure Asia-Pacific order in the future:the U.S.model of hegemony,China's model of a harmonious Asia-Pacific region,ASEAN's model of regional cooperation,and the model of non-states actors.On the other hand,four different structures—security,production,finance and knowledge—are closely linked in this area.Third,globalization of the market economy brings dynamic and diverse development.The authors believe that China's "Harmonious Asia-Pacific" model is the best choice for the Asia-Pacific strategic pattern of "One superpower,multiple major powers."
文摘Tremendous transformations are underway in the world political and economic landscape for the first time in modern history.In essence,this highlights the transition from the post-Cold War period to the era of globalization,and from a unipolar to a multipolar world.
文摘2012 is a year of elections throughout the world and in Northeast Asian countries in particular marks a year of shifts in leadership. Will the new leaders change previous policies towards the Korean Peninsula?How extensive will these adjustments be and in what direction will they lead? Such questions point to major changes in 2012.
文摘On March 6,2009,Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S.Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pressed together the"reset button"in Geneva,signifying that both sides wanted to thaw their bilateral ties since it hit an all-time low over the Russia-Georgia conflict in August,2008.Although there were some positive signs in improving US-Russian ties,bilateral relations are hard to revive in the near future.
